MADINAH — Emir of Madinah and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Madinah Region Development Authority Prince Salman bin Sultan inaugurated the ‘Ala Khutah’ (In His Footsteps) project, which allows visitors to trace the Hijrah (Prophet Muhammad’s migration) route. The emir also opened the “Hijrah: In the Footsteps of the Prophet” exhibition at a venue near Quba Mosque. These are within an organized framework that highlights the historical significance of the Hijrah, promoting awareness of the Prophet’s biography, and supporting sustainable cultural and economic development along the route. Prince Salman emphasized that the project reflects the Kingdom’s leadership in serving the holy sites and enhancing the experience of visitors and pilgrims. He noted that it integrates faith, knowledge, and development, showcasing Islam’s values of justice, mercy, tolerance, and coexistence, thereby reinforcing the Kingdom’s role as the heart of the Islamic world. General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Al-Sheikh stated that the project’s first phase aims to welcome one million visitors, targeting five million by 2030, with potential expansion to 10 million. The project aligns with Vision 2030, strengthening the care of historical sites and enriching visitors’ cultural and spiritual experiences in Madinah and beyond. The “Hijrah: In the Footsteps of the Prophet” exhibition traces the Prophet’s Hijrah through 14 interactive stations, designed with input from local and international experts and researchers. It presents documented content in a modern narrative that blends historical documentation with an interactive experience. It highlights the journey’s human and civilizational values and its lessons in planning, resilience and community-building. The migration covered about 400 kilometers over eight days and had a major impact on the Arabian Peninsula’s social, political and economic landscape. It includes 53 artworks and a documentary film first shown at the Islamic Arts Biennale in 2023. The exhibition also features the book “Hijrah: In the Footsteps of the Prophet” in Arabic and English, as well as a virtual reality experience. This vision is to present the Hijrah story through multiple knowledge-based media.
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